The City of Tamarac in the US state of Florida will officially declare June 1 as Virgin Islands Day to honour the contributions Virgin Islands natives have made to develop the city. The announcement was made by Communications & Works […]

Amid cries of poor customer service delivered by banks across the territory, Minister for Financial Services Lorna Smith said an “early meeting with banks” is at the top of her list as a new minister. In recent years, there have […]

Although they’ve promised to deliver quality leadership throughout the new legislative term, it seems elected leaders have not decided to part with their habitual lateness, which was the subject of much criticism during that last legislative term. While delivering his […]

Corine George-Massicote haș been selected as the Speaker of the House of Assembly. George-Massicote, an attorney-at-law, was elected moments ago during the First Sitting of the First Session of the Fifth House of Assembly after serving for one year in […]

His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition has moved to implement a shadow cabinet to that of the sitting government. A shadow cabinet consists of a group of opposition spokespeople who, under the leadership of the Opposition Leader, form an alternative cabinet to […]

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has reaffirmed that the territory must seek loan funding to facilitate the execution of its much-needed infrastructure projects.  Premier Wheatley gave that indication while speaking at a press briefing recently and said this is one of […]

Labour Minister Lorna Smith has indicated that a long outstanding vacancy for a Chairperson of the Labour Arbitration Tribunal has now been filled. However, Smith stopped short of announcing the name of the new Chair which she said was ratified […]

The BVI must undergo an immigration transition if it is to properly address and overcome some of the residency and Belongership obstacles that it has continued to face over the years. This is according to Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley, who […]

The BVI Christian Council has sent a gentle message to the newly-elected government, reminding them that they will be speaking out if leaders attempt to make any decision that is contrary to God’s word. Speaking earlier this week at a […]

All eyes will be on the Road Town Multi-Purpose Sports Complex today, as the Virgin Islands convenes for the opening of the Fifth House of Assembly (HOA). While many may be anxious to see how new and seasoned elected officials […]